This and That...

School starts for Keith in 2 days....Elise leaves tomorrow....what a busy time!!!

Owen found a new playground!
If we all work together, how happy we'll be...
I have learned in whatsoever state I am, therewith to be content.... (even with Chickenpox) This picture doesn't show them very well, but she really was COVERED, and miserable. :(

This was the day before the Chickenpox.
Owen brushing a goat.


Owen was really concerned about this sleeping goat.

Kristyn playing in the "mist-er". (No, it wasn't the elephant's truck)
Ewwww!!!
Isn't he beautiful?

How Time Flies...

It's hard to believe summer is almost over. We've been busy packing up Elise and trying to get everything ready for her to leave for college. :( I was able to get some more pictures of our time in KS, so I thought I'd share them with you.


Kristyn, Hailey and Rachel (Kyle and Mandy's)
Our other Mom with her grands. :)

Megan was so funny with this ear of corn, she couldn't quite figure it out.



There must be food in there somewhere. :)

Ewwwww!! Elise stayed with Kristyn and Owen on our anniversary while we went out to eat and they got in a mud fight.

Last, but not least, my "deal of the day!" We went to Lowe's the other night and I saw these lamps and COULD NOT believe my eyes. They were originally $39.95 each and the shades were $29.??. They were on sale for $3.99 for the lamps and $1.98 for the shades! What a deal!!

Searching...FOUND!!! :)

For anyone that did not read this post before, this little blurp is the updated part. My dear "Aunt" Cheryl found a Gaither CD that is very much the same as the one I was looking for and bought it for me. THANK YOU!!! I had no intentions for anyone to buy it for me, I just wanted help finding one. :)

I can't wait to get it!!


We are looking for a CD, or any kind of music actually by Bill and Gloria Gaither that has these songs on it. I have the song book and it's called "A Treasury for Kids", but I'd love to have a CD, or even a cassette tape of it. I know we had one when we were kids, but I called the company and they said they don't have them anymore. :( So if any of you know of a way I could get a CD, or tape, I'd be thrilled if you'd let me know.

All Night, All Day
From The Inside Out
God Can
God Is Watching Over You
God Loves To Talk To Little Boys (While They're Fishin')
I Am A Promise
I Choose To Be Your Child
I Expect A Miracle
I Just Gotta Tell Ya
I Wonder How It Felt
I'd Like To Teach The World To Sing (In Perfect Harmony)
I'm Somebody
I'm Something Special
Input/Output (The Computer Song)
Into My Heart
It's A Miracle
It's Incredible
Jesus Loves The Little Children
Jesus, I Heard You Had A Big House
Kids Under Construction
L-I-F-E
Let All The Little Children Praise The Lord
Love Never Gives Up
My Father's Angels
Only A Boy Named David
Safe Am I
Shadrach, Meshach, Abednego
Tell It To A Few Close Friends
That's Him
The Monster Song
This Is The Day The Lord Hath Made


Thanks for your help!!

Life's Blessings...

I've been thinking today of the many blessings that God has given us.

First of all, 8 years ago today, God blessed me with a wonderful husband. On our wedding day, I thought I loved Keith more than I could ever love anyone, but after 8 years, I love him more than I did before. It has been fun, exciting, challenging and a blessing to be married to Keith. We've learned a lot and still have a lot to learn, I'm sure, but today I truly feel blessed!

Our 3 little blessings!
Another blessing in my life is my mother. Today is her birthday! Yes, we got married on her birthday. Keith likes to tell her that he is the best birthday present she ever got. :) She is by far the best mother, grandma and friend any daughter could ask for.

We love you, Mom! Happy Birthday!!

On another note, anyone that knew me when I was younger, would know that this girl is right out of her Mama's heart. :) I LOVED climbing trees and climbing anything really. Kristyn was having a grand time in this tree the other day, so I thought I'd share some of the fun with you!

I love playing with the kids after they've had their bath in the evening. This is Megan after her bath last night. She was so happy and proud of herself for standing up next to the couch. She's growing so fast. :(

I think I broke Keith's rule of not having a "wordy" blog. :( Oops!

There's No Place Like Home...

I've been having problems posting, so I have a lot to catch up on, so hang on for the ride....

After 3 weeks, over 1,000 miles and many precious memories made with our families, we're finally back home! There is truely no place like home.

Megan was happy to see her swing again.

Kristyn and Owen enjoying the water slide.

This sign was in Parsons, KS and I just thought it was hilarious!!!

This was taken during our family reunion and if you click on the picture, you can see that our family takes up the whole train, except for the seat behind the driver. We had a fun day at the park.
My mom and all her "grands".
Having some fun with Grandpa.

Our beautiful niece, Hailey.

Kristyn and great Grandpa Turner.

Visiting Grandmother's grave.

We are SO proud of Elise who got the BEST GIRL CAMPER award AND said 510 Bible verses at our Youth Camp. Way to go, Leesie Pooh!!!

Kristyn paying for her ticket to ride the Merry-go-round.

Papa and Owen.
Okay, the slide can't be THAT exciting, can it???

Megan and great Grandma Turner.

It was so nice to be with ALL of you!

Our Life...

Here's a little bit of what's been going on in our life lately. It's been busy, but nice to be with family.


Owen and Tori - only a few months apart and always have lots of fun together.
My mom's two sisters and families got together for a reunion......had a grand time!!!



Don't you love the water tower background??? We had a great 4th of July. Got to be with BOTH sides of our family! Keith and his brother Kyle.

More to come later.... :)